How much does a gastroscopy cost?

  Gastroscopy is a common clinical test. The price of gastroscopy varies depending on the region and type.  The cost of a general gastroscopy operation is 300 RMB in a tertiary care hospital in Beijing. This cost includes the cost of the doctor’s and nurse’s labor, the gastroscopy graphic diagnosis report, the loss and disinfection of the gastroscope, and the disposable consumables used in this process, such as sterile wipes gauze swabs, etc.  Blood tests are required before gastroscopy in order to clarify the presence of infectious diseases and to exclude common infections in our country, which costs about 200 RMB. If the results of the above-mentioned laboratory tests are available in the near future before the gastroscopy, this part of the examination can be left out and the results can be brought directly.  If the doctor finds that pathological examination is needed during the gastroscopy, a biopsy forceps for mucosal biopsy will be required. If you choose disposable biopsy forceps, you will be charged separately. The cost of biopsy forceps varies from hospital to hospital depending on the type and manufacturer, and is about 100 RMB. As for the cost of mucosal biopsy pathology, the cost varies greatly depending on the number of biopsies, routine pathology or special pathology. 100 yuan to more than 1000 yuan is possible. If a polyp or other lesion that requires treatment is found during gastroscopy, there will be a treatment fee for the treatment done. 150 RMB will be charged for the major treatment, and if special instruments are applied for the treatment, there will also be a charge for the related fees.  If painless gastroscopy is used, there will be anesthesia, medicine and related consumables.  Therefore, the cost of gastroscopy includes gastroscopy operation, laboratory examination, instrumentation and consumables, pathological examination, etc. The price varies according to the needs of each individual.